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La Mesa de Chosto, Mexico

México · Mexico

La Mesa de Chosto is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 2,190. Elevation: 8,287 ft (2,526 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2,190 Population 16/sq mi density
8,287 ft Elevation 2,526 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,190
Density16/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation8,287 ft (2,526 m)
Population2,190
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation8,287 ft (2,526 m)
Coordinates19.8525°, -99.8903°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (790 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Mesa de Chosto

La Mesa de Chosto is a small town in Mexico (México) with a population of 2,190. The city sits at an elevation of 8,287 feet (2,526 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 70 business establishments.

Income: La Mesa de Chosto vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Mesa de Chosto experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 8,287 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below Mexico avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,287 ft (2,526 m)
Area134.8 sq mi (349.2 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates19.8525°N, 99.8903°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.1"
18% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.97"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

125 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

Apr 22, 1994 7 km ESE of Palmar Chico, Mexico M4.6 139 km
Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 99 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 100 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 60 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 69 km
Jul 17, 2012 12 km NNW of Ixcapuzalco, Mexico M4.1 137 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 150 km
May 30, 2007 4 km SSW of Lomas de Tepemecatl, Mexico M4.0 98 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 90 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 133 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 111 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 117 km
Jul 21, 2007 1 km W of Valle Verde, Mexico M3.9 66 km
Mar 2, 2008 1 km NNW of Camémbaro, Mexico M3.9 71 km
Mar 17, 2003 3 km SE of San Pedro Limón, Mexico M3.8 149 km
Jul 5, 2002 5 km NNE of San Pedro Tenayac, Mexico M3.8 89 km
Apr 16, 2005 2 km WNW of Santa María Chimalhuacán, Mexico M3.8 107 km
May 23, 1998 3 km SSW of Tequexquináhuac, Mexico M3.8 119 km
Oct 7, 1999 4 km SSE of Queréndaro, Mexico M3.8 103 km
Feb 6, 2008 1 km NW of Concepción la Venta, Mexico M3.7 33 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: John (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 John Category 1 284 km
2023 Otis Category 4 243 km
2021 Grace Category 3 240 km
2021 Rick Category 2 289 km
2007 Dean Category 1 280 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 300 km
1996 Boris Category 1 274 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 299 km
1993 Gert Category 2 216 km
1990 Diana Category 1 285 km
1988 Debby Category 1 286 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (63 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 63 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 84 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 117 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 139 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 151 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 162 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in
April 58°F (15°C) 0.9 in
May 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 60°F (15°C) 5.2 in
July 55°F (13°C) 7.0 in Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 5.6 in
September 58°F (14°C) 5.0 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
November 53°F (12°C) 0.7 in
December 51°F (10°C) 0.4 in

La Mesa de Chosto has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 47°F in January to 60°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.0") and February the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near La Mesa de Chosto

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 107.1 fm, américa MP3
FANTASÍA W RADIO 89.1 - 89.1 FM - XHZTM-FM - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 89.1 fm, concesión social MP3 128 kbps
Cadena Azul (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
CADENA AZUL 95.7 (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Digital 80s Radio hi nrg, high energy AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in La Mesa de Chosto

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Histórico de Atlacomulco
Museo Subterránium
Subterraneo

Libraries in La Mesa de Chosto

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Digital San José del Rincón0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Prof. Santiago Velasco Riuz0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Tecoac0.0
Profesor Santiago Velasco Ruiz0.0

Farmers Markets in La Mesa de Chosto

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado de animales Solis
Mercado Miguel De Madrid
Mercado Municipal
Mercado municipal de Aculco
Plaza Monarca
Presidente Adolfo López Mateos
Tianguis Atlacomulco

Stadiums & Teams in La Mesa de Chosto

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near La Mesa de Chosto

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adolfo López Mateos International AirportTLCLarge Airport
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Aeródromo de Rancho LanzaroteSmall Airport
Jorge Jiménez Cantú National AirportAZPSmall Airport
Quinta Palos AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Mesa de Chosto

What is the population of La Mesa de Chosto?

La Mesa de Chosto has a population of 2,190 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 134.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Mesa de Chosto?

La Mesa de Chosto has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches.

How is the job market in La Mesa de Chosto?

The job market in La Mesa de Chosto is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 70 business establishments in the area.

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